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photographing-genius
The challenge and mission of visually capturing the intangible qualities of genius and creative thought.
1 chapter across 1 book
Fearless Genius (2014)Doug Menuez
Chapter 5
The foreword by Elliott Erwitt introduces Doug Menuez's photographic work capturing the essence of genius, particularly focusing on the enigmatic figures of Silicon Valley such as Steve Jobs. Erwitt emphasizes Menuez's unique ability to visually document the creative processes and personalities behind transformative technological innovations during a pivotal fifteen-year period. The foreword situates Menuez's photography as an intimate and insightful witness to a historic era of digital evolution and its remarkable individuals.